Upper King Charleston

June Sustainable Seafood Dinner To Be Hosted By Amen Street Fish And Raw Bar

Designed to promote the use of local and sustainable seafood in South Carolina’s restaurants, the Sustainable Seafood Initiative helps ensure that consumers have fish for the future by teaching chefs about sustainable and local seafood, assessing their menus, and encouraging consumers to dine at restaurants who value such endeavors. This month's Sustainable Seafood Dinner will be held at Charleston's newest rave restaurant  Amen Street Fish and Raw Bar under the direction of Executive Chef Stephen Ollard on Tuesday June 14, at 6 p.m. Originally from Knoxville, Ollard’s culinary influences can be traced back to Johnson & Wales University in Charleston where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. During a two-year apprenticeship, Ollard learned to respect the inherent culinary value of local, seasonal ingredients.

This month's Sustainable Seafood Dinner will feature a delectable five course soiree presented by Ollard using local, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients to create nothing short of perfection for the palate. The menu is as follows: 

Amuse: Wild striped bass crudo with fresh lemon oil, pink sea salt and microgreen. Paired with Kenwood Brut Sparkling, Sonoma, CA.

Course 1: Local littleneck clams, capellini, compound casino butter. Paired with Benzinger Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma/Lake County, CA.

Course 2: Panko-horseradish crusted red porgy, polenta, asparagus, heirloom tomato coulis. Paired with Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc/Viogner Blend, Napa, CA

Course 3: Pan Roasted Grouper, summer vegetable succotash, banyuls broth. Paired with Hahn Pinot Noir, Monterey, CA

Dessert: Fresh berry bread pudding with crème anglaise. Paired with Rex-Goliath Moscato, California

Now, if you haven't been sidetracked daydreaming about the decadence of this lineup call Amen Street Fish and Raw Bar at 843.853.8600 to reserve your seat ASAP. Tickets are $55 per person. Prepare your tastebuds for bliss and we will see you there!

Lowcountry Blues Cruise on The Carolina Belle Featuring Hitman

 The Carolina Belle will serve as host again this year for the Lowcountry Blues Cruise Series for Piccolo Spoleto!  On May 29, 2011 Hitman will board the floating venue for a blues bustin’ evening not to be missed. The rambunctious rockin’ trio from Savannah regularly infuses the best of Stevie Ray, Clapton, and classic Chicago blues into their own unique southern style. If you like a little rock with your blues, this is it! Their shows at Piccolo Spoleto last year packed out, so get your tickets ASAP!

 All cruises will board at 6:30 and cruise from 7-9pm under the setting sun on the Charleston Harbor!  Tickets must be purchased through Piccolo Spoleto and can be by calling (866) 811-4111 or online @www.piccolospoleto.com!

 

ADA Wrap Belts at Sally Bettes

ADA wrap belts have just arrived at Sally Bettes! These belts are incredibly versatile as there are a number of diferent ways you can wear them.  The Rosette style is so pretty and different! Check out this video on all the different ways you can tie them. Sally Bettes is currently carrying them in white and black.

 Sally Bettes Resort Shop is at 493 King Street in the Upper King Design District. 

SieMatic Charleston Soon to Launch BeauxArts.02

 SieMatic Charleston is getting ready for their newest launch: BeauxArts.02. The Chicago designer, Mick De Giulio, with whom SieMatic collaborated on the first BeauxArts collection, created new elements, materials, colors, door-styles, and proportions. These new elements lend a more linear and lighter appearance while special details add a unique elegance. The symmetry – the repetition of forms, colors and materials – make for an ensemble of placid balance. Make an appointment at the store or drop by to find the kitchen of your dreams. 

SieMatic Charleston is located at 444 King Street in the Design District and is open 10 AM to 6 PM Monday thru Friday and by appointment on                                                                           Saturday.(843) 724-5838

Local Designer Showcase at Seeking Indigo- A Night of Food, Fun and Fashion

Join Seeking Indigo for their Local Designer Showcase on Thursday, June 2nd from 6-9pm. Over 20 of Charleston's best local artists will all be under one roof. Guests can browse local artisans' jewelry, clothes, accessories, baby clothes, art, food and much more. Just a few of the designers that will be at Seeking Indigo are: Anne Belen; Janelle with Janetics Ink; and Stella with polyesterstella. Guests will also be able to nibble on gRAWnola treats, savor Sinless chocolate bites, try Bright Earth Living foods, taste Seeking Indigo's oxygenated and alkalized lemon water, partake in chair massages, mini reiki sessions, intuitive readings and tour what lies behind the hand-carved Indonesian doors at Seeking Indigo.   

 Seeking Indigo is a holistic center for inspired living and spiritual awakening, located at 445 King Street in the heart of the Upper King Design District in historic                                        downtown Charleston.

 

Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor Art Exhibition Begins May 27th

From May 27th-June 11th, award-winning South Carolina artists will be displaying their works at Marion Square from 10am-5pm everyday. Be sure to stop by and see Rick Reinert at station #94 (Meeting Street side) and Kevin LePrince at station #87 (Meeting Street side) from the Reinert/LePrince Fine Art Gallery at 179 King Street in dowtown Charleston. 

NIA24 Skincare Line Now Available At Natural Hideaway

Located near the Medical Universy of South Carolina at 217 Calhoun, the Natural Hideaway is downtown Charleston's only MediSpa. It would only be fitting then, to feature such a great skin care line like NIA 24. Tap into skin's own self-protective powers 24-hours a day with NIA 24--the first inside-out topical Niacin-Powered skin barrier-building system. Inside, this patented MicroNutrient Delivery system brings a continuous-release form of Niacin to skin. Outside, skin's barrier is restored and signs of damage are dramatically reversed, ensuring stronger, better skin that's more resilient to sun damage.

The Natural Hideaway MediSpa is a Skin Rejuvenation Specialist. In their lovely medispa they combine 12 years of experience with the most advanced, non-invasive, cellular technology to keep faces fresh and youthful. This spa is truly the fountain of youth!

Come in and learn all about skin care that you will ever need to know. With a diverse array of therapies and treatments, Natural Hideaway Medispa is your one stop shop for youthful beauty treatments. Also, feel free to consult their blog for informative tidbits about skincare, lotions, and spa treatments!

SieMatic's Vinson Blanton Completes Training in Germany

SieMatic Charleston announced that Vinson Blanton, Head of the Professional Design Staff for the King Street showroom, completed the SieMatic Academy ADVANCED Training held at SieMatic Möbelwerke World Headquarters in Löhne, Germany, May 9 - 12.

Blanton's design expertise leads SieMatic's continuing efforts to reach the architectural and design trades of Charleston and the region.

SieMatic, located at 444 King Street in the Upper King Design District, is recognized as one of the leading international brand names in kitchen design, known in more than 50 countries worldwide.

Low Country Blues Cruises on the Carolina Belle

 Hitman: Great Savannah based trio that explores the music of Jimi, Clapton, ZZ Top and more…one wild ride! Departs May 29 at 6:30pm. Click here for ticket information.

Jeff Beasley Blues Duo: Eclectic American roots ‘n blues performed impeccably on guitar, harmonica and vocals. Departs May 30 at 6:30pm. Click here for ticket information.

The King Bees: One of the Carolinas’ favorite blues combos that knows how to whip up a party. They’ve taken their show from Atlanta to Amsterdam. Departs June 5 at 6:30pm. Click here for ticket information.

Matt Walsh Blues Duo: Rippin’ Chicago boogie and deep-in-the-alley blues from this young guitarist/singer. Departs June 6 at 6:30pm. Click here for ticket infromation.

All cruises depart from Charleston Maritime Center, 10 Warfside St. Tickets: $26/adults, $23/students & seniors. These events are part of the 2011 Piccolo Spoleto Festival  so count on having an amazing time with friends, family, and blues-y tunes!

Purifying Seaweed Body Wrap at Aqua Day Spa and Nails

Just imagine the soothing feel of seaweed reviving your body, and leaving you at peace. HMMM... You can find this Purifying Seaweed Body Wrap at Aqua Day Spa and Nails right here on King Street.

The seaweed body wrap cleanses and detoxifies the body, while your skin absorbs minerals that are essential for restoring its tone and vitality. It takes just about an hour and is just $65, but you will need an appointment

Located at 401 King Street in the Upper King Design District in historic downtown Charleston. Open 7 days a week. Call 843.724.7766 for an appointment. You are always welcome.

www.aquadayspaandnails.com